Willow's Bend Counselling Centre, Inc

05/13/2025

Great news! I was selected to present at the 2025 Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association in Calgary!

01/20/2025

Thank you, Brittany Boschman and Portage Online for exploring Seasonal Affective Disorder. It is especially important at this time of year!

As winter settles in, many individuals may begin to feel the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression tied to the changing of seasons. Dr. Barbara Woods, owner of Willow Bend Counseling Center in Portage, explains that SAD typically arises in response to reduced sunlight ex...

01/20/2025

Thank you Brittany Boschman and Portage Online for exploring Seasonal Affective Disorder. This is especially important at this time of year!

As winter settles in, many individuals may begin to feel the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression tied to the changing of seasons. Dr. Barbara Woods, owner of Willow Bend Counseling Center in Portage, explains that SAD typically arises in response to reduced sunlight ex...

01/19/2025

Thank you Portage Online for highlighting Seasonal Affective Disorder which is especially important at this time of year!

As winter settles in, many individuals may begin to feel the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression tied to the changing of seasons. Dr. Barbara Woods, owner of Willow Bend Counseling Center in Portage, explains that SAD typically arises in response to reduced sunlight ex...

11/18/2024

Bjorn and I are enjoying the last autumn walk before the snow storm comes tonight or tomorrow! November has been so beautiful!

11/17/2024

Congratulations, Bjorn! He passed his second year therapy dog certification test this morning. This will be his second year of certification and serving clients!

03/18/2024

How does unresolved trauma from previous generations influence a child's development?

01/22/2024

01/20/2024

🌉💬💖 In the journey of therapy, trust transcends being merely a word; it becomes a vital bridge to healing. It's the foundation upon which the therapeutic relationship is built, and through which the path to recovery is navigated.

Trust in therapy is about creating a safe, confidential space where vulnerabilities can be exposed without fear of judgment. It's about building a bond between therapist and client, where each step towards healing is taken together in a partnership of understanding and respect.

This trust is not built overnight. It's carefully crafted through consistent, compassionate interactions, where empathy and active listening play crucial roles. 🤝🗣️ It’s about showing up, being present, and walking alongside our clients in their most challenging moments.